We previously had a green bin, but when we built a new house three years ago with sustainability in mind, it was not required because, as we do not have lawns and only a very small garden area covered with stones, no maintenance is required.

My question to the council officers was what would be the cost of the new bin that was delivered.

I was informed that the council had yet to work out what the cost of the new green bin would be to ratepayers — Halve Waste had not yet told them of their costs.

I find it unacceptable the council can introduce a new system without being able to provide ratepayers with details of the cost to them and to us.

The cost to ratepayers would change, I was told.

My second question to the council officers was whether I could put newspapers previously placed in the yellow bin, in the new bin.

The information received with the new bin states that shredded and crunched paper can be put in the green bin.

I was told I could not put newspapers in the green bin and should continue to place newspapers in the yellow bin.

So after diligently collecting all my waste on the “yes” list for a week ready to place in the new green bin, I now find I have half filled one green bag provided.

Having this basket in my kitchen for a week with the ensuing smell is not pleasant and the content is all I am able to put in the bin.

I fully support previous comments in “Your View” from Richard Leyland (The Border Mail, April 10), Jon Carrodus (April 11) and Bruce Hardie (April 14).

— LYNNE COX,

Albury